CA2382040C - Insole construction for footwear - Google Patents
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A43—FOOTWEAR
- A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
- A43B7/00—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements
- A43B7/14—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts
- A43B7/1405—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts with pads or holes on one or more locations, or having an anatomical or curved form
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A43—FOOTWEAR
- A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
- A43B13/00—Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units
- A43B13/14—Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units characterised by the constructive form
- A43B13/18—Resilient soles
- A43B13/181—Resiliency achieved by the structure of the sole
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A43—FOOTWEAR
- A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
- A43B13/00—Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units
- A43B13/14—Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units characterised by the constructive form
- A43B13/18—Resilient soles
- A43B13/187—Resiliency achieved by the features of the material, e.g. foam, non liquid materials
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A43—FOOTWEAR
- A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
- A43B13/00—Soles; Sole-and-heel integral units
- A43B13/38—Built-in insoles joined to uppers during the manufacturing process, e.g. structural insoles; Insoles glued to shoes during the manufacturing process
- A43B13/40—Built-in insoles joined to uppers during the manufacturing process, e.g. structural insoles; Insoles glued to shoes during the manufacturing process with cushions
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A43—FOOTWEAR
- A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
- A43B7/00—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements
- A43B7/14—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts
- A43B7/1405—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts with pads or holes on one or more locations, or having an anatomical or curved form
- A43B7/1415—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts with pads or holes on one or more locations, or having an anatomical or curved form characterised by the location under the foot
- A43B7/1445—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts with pads or holes on one or more locations, or having an anatomical or curved form characterised by the location under the foot situated under the midfoot, i.e. the second, third or fourth metatarsal
Abstract
An insole construction for footwear comprising a base member (12), an intermediate member (14) formed of a soft foam and having a plurality of substantially uniformly spaced raised cushioning elements (18) on the upper surface, and a flexible cover member (16) surrounding the intermediate member (14) and extending beneath the base member (12). The intermediate member (14) preferably is formed of a foam such as polyurethane foam having a density rating of approximately 60-90. The raised cushioning elements (18) are of a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of the intermediate member (14) and are spaced approximately 10-30 millimeters from each other. The thickness of the intermediate member (14) is approximately 6 millimeters.
Description
INSOLE CONSTRUCTION FOR FOOTWEAR
BACKGROUND
The present invention relates generally to an insole construction for footwear and, more particularly, to such an insole construction which provides increased comfort and support for the foot of the wearer.
Recent efforts to provide footwear which is both comfortable and anatomically beneficial to the wearer have resulted in many concepts having varying degrees of effectiveness. Most of these concepts are merely variations of other concepts which have been around for years.
Historically, there have been a number of attempts to increase the cushioning and support of footwear by making modifications to the insole or midsole. These attempts have been subject to one or more of the following disadvantages:
1. They have been complicated in construction;
BACKGROUND
The present invention relates generally to an insole construction for footwear and, more particularly, to such an insole construction which provides increased comfort and support for the foot of the wearer.
Recent efforts to provide footwear which is both comfortable and anatomically beneficial to the wearer have resulted in many concepts having varying degrees of effectiveness. Most of these concepts are merely variations of other concepts which have been around for years.
Historically, there have been a number of attempts to increase the cushioning and support of footwear by making modifications to the insole or midsole. These attempts have been subject to one or more of the following disadvantages:
1. They have been complicated in construction;
2. They have been difficult to manufacture;
3. They have been expensive to manufacture;
4. They have not been durable;
5. They have not been sufficiently comfortable; and, 6. They have not provided adequate support and stability for the foot of the wearer.
The insole construction of the present invention is not subject to any of the above listed disadvantages and provides advantages which have not been achieved in prior footwear constructions.
According to the present invention, there is provided an insole construction for footwear comprising:
a base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
According to the present invention, there is also provided an insole construction for footwear comprising:
a relatively flat, flexible base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam, and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface thereof, said intermediate member having a thickness of approximately 6 millimeters, and said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being of a size and spacing to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member.
According to the present invention, there is also provided an article of footwear, comprising:
an outsole; and an insole construction mounted on said outsole and comprising a base member, an intermediate member, and a cover member;
said intermediate member being formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and said cover member being flexible and surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon; said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
The base member may be provided with a plurality of perforations to increase the flexibility thereof. The 2a cover member may be formed of leather and also provided with a plurality of perforations for the purpose of increasing the breathability thereof.
Preferably, the intermediate member is formed of a polyurethane foam having a density rating of approximately 60-90 on the Shore Scale (density per square inch per pound) so that it is relatively soft in the nature of foam used for a mattress upholstered chair or the like.
In a preferred embodiment, the intermediate member has a thickness of approximately 6 millimeters and the raised cushioning elements thereof are approximately 6 millimeters in height. The raised cushioning elements preferably are spaced approximately 10-30 millimeters from each other.
Because of the flexibility, spacing and size of the raised cushioning elements, they provide enhanced comfort and support to the foot of the wearer and also are self-adjusting to the wearer's foot so that it does not slide on the insole and thus is very stable when positioned thereon during walking or the like.
Preferably, in the use of the insole construction of the present invention, it is mounted on and secured to an outsole of any suitable anatomical shape and construction. The insole construction of the present invention is especially advantageous in sandal-type footwear because of the support and stability it provides for the wearer's foot, and is also useful in other types of footwear having a conventional upper or the like.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIGURE 1 is an exploded perspective view of the insole construction of the present invention and an outsole useable therewith;
2b ruiiu%-) uu/lyoou RO/(1S 2 5 MAY 2001 FIGURE 2 is an exploded front view of the insole construction and outsole shown in Figure 1;
FIGURE 3 is a sectional view of the insole construction showing its components in assembled relation;
FIGURE 4 is a plan view of the top of the intermediate member of the insole construction; and FIGURE 5 is a plan view of the bottom of a modified embodiment of the insole construction.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the insole construction 10 of the present invention generally comprises a base member 12, an intermediate member 14 and a cover member 16.
The base member 12 preferably is of generally flat construction and is formed of a suitable flexible material, such as plastic, leather, fiberboard or the like. Also, the base men-ber 12 may be provided with a plurality of perforations 13 to enhance the flexibility thereof.
The intermediate member 14 preferably is formed of a foam such as polyurethane foam having a density rating of approximately 60-90 on the Shore Scale so as to be relatively soft in the nature of the foam used for niattresses, upholstered furniture or the like. as shown in Figures 1-4, the intermediate member 14 comprises a plurality of raised portions or cushioning elements 18 of generally curved shape on the upper surface thereof.
Preferably, the intermediate member is approximately 6 millimeters in thickness and the raised cushioning elements 18 are approximately 6 millimeters in height above the upper surface of the intermediate member. Also, the raised cushioning elements 18 are substantially uniformly spaced on the intermediate member 14 at a distance of approximately 10-30 millimeters from each other.
The cover member 16 may be formed of any suitable flexible material such as leather and may be of any suitable construction. Preferably, the cover member 16 is provided with a plurality of perforations 20 therethrough for the purpose of enhancing the breathability thereof.
AMENDED SHEET
As shown in Figure 3, in assembled form, the cover member 16 surrounds and encloses the intermediate member 14 and extends beneath and is secured to the lower surface of the base member 12 in any suitable manner, such as by suitable adhesive.
As shown in Figures 1-3, the insole construction 10 may be mounted on and secured to an outsole 22 of any suitable shape and construction. The outsole 22 may be provided with an upstanding rim 24 for enclosing the insole construction 10, and also with a plurality of perforations 26 for weight reduction. The outsole may be formed of any suitable material, such as polyurethane, or the like.
Any suitable type of upper 28 (shown in broken lines in Figure 3) may be utilized in footwear constructed in accordance with the present invention. Although the present invention is particularly effective in sandal-type footwear, it may be used in other types of footwear wherein the upper encloses all or a portion of the foot of the wearer.
The insole construction 10 of the present invention, primarily because of the unique construction of the intermediate member 14, provides enhanced anatomical support, stability and comfort for the foot of the wearer. Because of the relatively soft foam and the size and spacing of the raised cushioning elements 18, the insole construction 10 is self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer such that there is enhanced support for the foot and it is prevented from slipping forwardly, rearwardly or sideways on the insole construction. Accordingly, the insole construction 10 of the present invention provides new and improved comfort, support and stability for the foot of the wearer.
Figure 5 illustrates a modified embodiment of the insole construction 10 wherein the base member 12 comprises soft, compressible inserts 30 and 32 of any suitable material or construction in the front and rear portions thereof, respectively, to provide additional cushioning in those areas for the foot of the wearer.
While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.
The insole construction of the present invention is not subject to any of the above listed disadvantages and provides advantages which have not been achieved in prior footwear constructions.
According to the present invention, there is provided an insole construction for footwear comprising:
a base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
According to the present invention, there is also provided an insole construction for footwear comprising:
a relatively flat, flexible base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam, and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface thereof, said intermediate member having a thickness of approximately 6 millimeters, and said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being of a size and spacing to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member.
According to the present invention, there is also provided an article of footwear, comprising:
an outsole; and an insole construction mounted on said outsole and comprising a base member, an intermediate member, and a cover member;
said intermediate member being formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and said cover member being flexible and surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon; said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
The base member may be provided with a plurality of perforations to increase the flexibility thereof. The 2a cover member may be formed of leather and also provided with a plurality of perforations for the purpose of increasing the breathability thereof.
Preferably, the intermediate member is formed of a polyurethane foam having a density rating of approximately 60-90 on the Shore Scale (density per square inch per pound) so that it is relatively soft in the nature of foam used for a mattress upholstered chair or the like.
In a preferred embodiment, the intermediate member has a thickness of approximately 6 millimeters and the raised cushioning elements thereof are approximately 6 millimeters in height. The raised cushioning elements preferably are spaced approximately 10-30 millimeters from each other.
Because of the flexibility, spacing and size of the raised cushioning elements, they provide enhanced comfort and support to the foot of the wearer and also are self-adjusting to the wearer's foot so that it does not slide on the insole and thus is very stable when positioned thereon during walking or the like.
Preferably, in the use of the insole construction of the present invention, it is mounted on and secured to an outsole of any suitable anatomical shape and construction. The insole construction of the present invention is especially advantageous in sandal-type footwear because of the support and stability it provides for the wearer's foot, and is also useful in other types of footwear having a conventional upper or the like.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIGURE 1 is an exploded perspective view of the insole construction of the present invention and an outsole useable therewith;
2b ruiiu%-) uu/lyoou RO/(1S 2 5 MAY 2001 FIGURE 2 is an exploded front view of the insole construction and outsole shown in Figure 1;
FIGURE 3 is a sectional view of the insole construction showing its components in assembled relation;
FIGURE 4 is a plan view of the top of the intermediate member of the insole construction; and FIGURE 5 is a plan view of the bottom of a modified embodiment of the insole construction.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the insole construction 10 of the present invention generally comprises a base member 12, an intermediate member 14 and a cover member 16.
The base member 12 preferably is of generally flat construction and is formed of a suitable flexible material, such as plastic, leather, fiberboard or the like. Also, the base men-ber 12 may be provided with a plurality of perforations 13 to enhance the flexibility thereof.
The intermediate member 14 preferably is formed of a foam such as polyurethane foam having a density rating of approximately 60-90 on the Shore Scale so as to be relatively soft in the nature of the foam used for niattresses, upholstered furniture or the like. as shown in Figures 1-4, the intermediate member 14 comprises a plurality of raised portions or cushioning elements 18 of generally curved shape on the upper surface thereof.
Preferably, the intermediate member is approximately 6 millimeters in thickness and the raised cushioning elements 18 are approximately 6 millimeters in height above the upper surface of the intermediate member. Also, the raised cushioning elements 18 are substantially uniformly spaced on the intermediate member 14 at a distance of approximately 10-30 millimeters from each other.
The cover member 16 may be formed of any suitable flexible material such as leather and may be of any suitable construction. Preferably, the cover member 16 is provided with a plurality of perforations 20 therethrough for the purpose of enhancing the breathability thereof.
AMENDED SHEET
As shown in Figure 3, in assembled form, the cover member 16 surrounds and encloses the intermediate member 14 and extends beneath and is secured to the lower surface of the base member 12 in any suitable manner, such as by suitable adhesive.
As shown in Figures 1-3, the insole construction 10 may be mounted on and secured to an outsole 22 of any suitable shape and construction. The outsole 22 may be provided with an upstanding rim 24 for enclosing the insole construction 10, and also with a plurality of perforations 26 for weight reduction. The outsole may be formed of any suitable material, such as polyurethane, or the like.
Any suitable type of upper 28 (shown in broken lines in Figure 3) may be utilized in footwear constructed in accordance with the present invention. Although the present invention is particularly effective in sandal-type footwear, it may be used in other types of footwear wherein the upper encloses all or a portion of the foot of the wearer.
The insole construction 10 of the present invention, primarily because of the unique construction of the intermediate member 14, provides enhanced anatomical support, stability and comfort for the foot of the wearer. Because of the relatively soft foam and the size and spacing of the raised cushioning elements 18, the insole construction 10 is self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer such that there is enhanced support for the foot and it is prevented from slipping forwardly, rearwardly or sideways on the insole construction. Accordingly, the insole construction 10 of the present invention provides new and improved comfort, support and stability for the foot of the wearer.
Figure 5 illustrates a modified embodiment of the insole construction 10 wherein the base member 12 comprises soft, compressible inserts 30 and 32 of any suitable material or construction in the front and rear portions thereof, respectively, to provide additional cushioning in those areas for the foot of the wearer.
While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.
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1. An insole construction for footwear comprising:
a base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
a base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
2. The insole construction of claim 1, wherein said base member is substantially flat and flexible.
3. The insole construction of claim 2, wherein said base member is provided with a plurality of perforations to increase the flexibility thereof.
4. The insole construction of claim 1 wherein said foam is polyurethane foam.
5. The insole construction of claim 1, wherein said intermediate member has a thickness of approximately 6 millimeters.
6. The insole construction of claim 1, wherein said cover member is perforated.
7. An insole construction for footwear comprising:
a relatively flat, flexible base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam, and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface thereof, said intermediate member having a thickness of approximately 6 millimeters, and said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being of a size and spacing to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member.
a relatively flat, flexible base member;
an intermediate member formed of a soft foam, and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface thereof, said intermediate member having a thickness of approximately 6 millimeters, and said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being of a size and spacing to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon;
and a flexible cover member surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member.
8. The insole construction of claim 7, wherein said raised cushioning elements are generally curved in shape and are spaced at approximately 10-30 millimeters from each other.
9. The insole construction of claim 7, wherein said flexible cover member is perforated and is secured to said base member.
10. The insole construction of claim 9, wherein said base member is perforated.
11. The insole construction of claim 8, wherein said base member comprises soft, compressible inserts in the front and rear portions thereof to provide additional cushioning for the foot of the wearer.
12. An article of footwear, comprising:
an outsole; and an insole construction mounted on said outsole and comprising a base member, an intermediate member, and a cover member;
said intermediate member being formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and said cover member being flexible and surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon; said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
an outsole; and an insole construction mounted on said outsole and comprising a base member, an intermediate member, and a cover member;
said intermediate member being formed of a soft foam and having an upper surface and a plurality of raised cushioning elements on said upper surface thereof; and said cover member being flexible and surrounding said intermediate member to conform substantially to the shape of said upper surface thereof, said cover member extending beneath said base member, and said raised cushioning elements being of a height, size and spacing so as to be self-adjusting to the foot of the wearer to surround it and prevent it from slipping thereon; said raised cushioning elements having a height of approximately 6 millimeters above the upper surface of said intermediate member and being substantially uniformly spaced on said upper surface at a spacing of approximately 10-30 millimeters.
13. The footwear article of claim 12,wherein said intermediate member is approximately 6 millimeters in thickness.
14. The footwear article of claim 13, wherein an upper is secured to said outsole.
15. The footwear article of claim 13, wherein said outsole has perforations in the upper surface thereof.
16. The footwear article of claim 13, wherein said outsole has an upstanding rim surrounding said insole construction.
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